Ramset - Trigger vs Hammer

[kneeman]

Which is best? I don't think I need the 200.00 models as little as I will use this.

The 25.00 one uses the hammer, which I read is hard to do if you are working above your head or on high walls with no ladder and also some complain about inconsistent nail depth.

The 50.00 trigger one I here is easier to hold steady and line up but harder to get nails fully set and hurts the hands more.

Next are the pistol grips, people seem to think they are better than both above but not sure it is worth the cost for me to buy for limited times I will use. They seem easier for one person to hold boards in place while attaching to walls than using the hammer or trigger guns.

Thanks

 

[thaas4488]

Which is best? I don't think I need the 200.00 models as little as I will use this.

The 25.00 one uses the hammer, which I read is hard to do if you are working above your head or on high walls with no ladder and also some complain about inconsistent nail depth.

The 50.00 trigger one I here is easier to hold steady and line up but harder to get nails fully set and hurts the hands more.

Next are the pistol grips, people seem to think they are better than both above but not sure it is worth the cost for me to buy for limited times I will use. They seem easier for one person to hold boards in place while attaching to walls than using the hammer or trigger guns.

Thanks

HEY! Something I know alot about!

You're right about the hammer style being hard to use, they're ungainly for anything but floor use and pretty much useless outside if that. You might request the purchase as you find it impossible to use for things you may need it for down the road.

The next step up trigger style are generally a good compromise. My guys used to use these on a regular basis and they're not too overly bad for overhead work/ladder work ect.

Pistol grips are the only kind I will buy now. The soft grip Remington handles **** because they work their way out over time from the recoil whilst pushing down on the hammer. I prefer the Ramset branded ones.

Unless you need to put alot of shot down over the course of several hours I think you could skip the pistols and wind up in between with the trigger actuated jobs.

Also invest in good padded gloves.

 

[thaas4488]

Also sometimes my local craigslist will have used pistol types for well under $100. So that's an option.

 

[bigjeff94]

My dad has one of the hammer style ones for what we use it for it gets the job done, but I have only used it on the ground. It can be fairly inconsistent sometimes.

 

[My Old Tools]

hammer style for $30-40 is hard to beat unless you have a lot of uses for it. I used it to shoot plates down on concrete. Fine for that. Wear hearing protection.

 

[nadogail]

I had a Remington hammer operate Power Hammer, until some stole it from me.

After I replaced it with a trigger operated Remington, I felt like the thief had done me a favor.

 

[LXCam]

I only use the piston grips. If you're looking for a deal pm me, I have a half a dozen of them left over from when I closed my construction business and have no need for more then one for the rest of my life.

 

[Zeke]

@ kneeman, are you buying different loads for different nails and concrete strength? There is a bit of trial and error to this. And if you hit a large piece of aggregate your shot may not go down flush. For block walls I use other types of fasteners.

 

[pcmeiners]

"The 25.00 one uses the hammer, which I read is hard"
Used both, hammer operated is pain in the ***, repetitive pin depth unreliable, except on floor; the minute your in an awkward position you have a problem . Get a new/used pistol on Ebay.

 

[kneeman]

Well.... The hammer is out then.

Sounds like pistol grip is the way to go.

If I get the trigger fire that is not the pistol grip will I hate myself?

Working on a couple basement finishing. Nailing pressure treated on the floor and some walls.

Thanks

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[zkling]

Pistol grip by far. Look for one used, not much can go wrong with them.

 

[kneeman]

Forgot last question. The semi automatic or regular pistol grip?

My Lowes had one of each duo fast brand last night on clearance. Not sure if they are still there now.

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[jakemac]

Another vote for the pistol grip. I've used both (not often), and the pistol was less awkward to use.

I picked a Remington up at a thrift store for $15 w/ loads and nails. Deals are out there if you look hard.
Since you're only using it for one job, look for a used one for cheap. Just make sure it's clean and not abused.

 

[zkling]

Forgot last question. The semi automatic or regular pistol grip?

My Lowes had one of each duo fast brand last night on clearance. Not sure if they are still there now.

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Semi autos are nice, but not really necessary for the casual user. The jump from hammer fired to trigger fired is ~5x greater than the jump up in single to sami auto convnience wise IMHO.

 

[pcmeiners]

"Semi autos are nice, but not really necessary for the casual user. " Agree
Unless you figure your going to stud out >2 basement/garages a year, a single shot is fine. Makes no difference if it takes 20-30 minutes more to do the entire job. I would say a single is a bit more accurate/safe; with a single shot I think you give each a little more thought to each shot. The jump from hammer to pistol, 10x safer/accurate (as to anything but pinning to floor)

 

[kneeman]

Thanks for the answers.

Last question.

Ramset Mastershot, Cobra, or Cobra+

I'll get a used one on CL or Ebay

 

[thaas4488]

Thanks for the answers.

Last question.

Ramset Mastershot, Cobra, or Cobra+

I'll get a used one on CL or Ebay

I've never used the cobra units but I say go ramset. Theyre all effectively the same I just never liked how the grip can slide off on the others after years of use

Edit. I'm an idiot my ramset models are cobras. Lol. Thats the route I'd go.